2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | C5 | Aura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
